Movie Town Cinema Complex

The Largest Cinema Complex in New Territories, Hong Kong

The cinema positions itself symbolically and functionally as an open and quiet environment with a good vibe, engaging both context and content.

Designed by Associated Architects Limited, the Movie Town Cinema Complex in New Territories, Hong Kong, is a grand addition to the city's entertainment scene. With a total construction area of 3,600 square meters, this cinema complex offers a unique movie-watching experience.

The design of the cinema complex is characterized by its box-shaped structure, featuring two distinctive iconic M-shaped features that open at opposite ends of the Shatin Town Hall and the residential towers. These features serve as the main programs, including the foyer, movie trailer display, and circulation paths inside the building. The facade panels, which imitate the gesture of a stage curtain, create a sense of drama and anticipation as visitors enter the cinema complex.

One of the key strengths of the Movie Town Cinema Complex is its integration with the surrounding urban fabric. The neutral silver cladding and the copper-like feature of the building harmonize with the architectural language of the development, bridging the gap between the past and the present. The interior of the cinema complex reflects the everyday life of the city, with the components inside the frame displaying the reflections of pedestrians passing by, creating a unique cinematic experience.

With six cinema houses and one MX4D cinema house, the Movie Town Cinema Complex offers more than 1,600 seats, catering to the diverse movie preferences of the audience. The human-oriented design and layout of the complex ensure comfort and ergonomics, providing an enjoyable movie-watching experience for all visitors.

The construction of the Movie Town Cinema Complex presented several challenges that were successfully overcome by the design team. The combination of artistic aesthetics and parametric digital design allowed for the production of construction drawings with complex geometric shapes. The use of digital design facilitated the analysis of geometry data and the fabrication of aluminum cut sheets, saving time and ensuring precision.

The Movie Town Cinema Complex is not just a cinema; it is a symbol of architectural innovation and creativity. By redefining the relationship between the new building and the history of the site, this design creates a dialogue between visitors and the facade, inviting the public to appreciate the beauty of the building and its interior space.

Associated Architects Limited has once again demonstrated their expertise in creating exceptional architectural designs with the Movie Town Cinema Complex. This project has been recognized with an Iron A' Design Award in the Architecture, Building, and Structure Design category, highlighting its practicality, innovation, and adherence to professional and industrial requirements.

Experience the magic of cinema at the Movie Town Cinema Complex, where art, architecture, and technology come together to create an unforgettable movie-watching experience.


Project Details and Credits

Project Designers: Associated Architects Limited
Image Credits: Image #No1,2,3,4,5: Studio Artimage
Project Team Members: Architect: Associated Architects Limited, Structural Engineer: Sun Hung Kai Architects and Engineers Ltd., Building Services Engineer: Sun Hung Kai Architects and Engineers Ltd.
Project Name: Movie Town
Project Client: Associated Architects Limited


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